With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
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With 16 years of experience as an English teacher, preceded by a 5-year tenure as a graduate librarian, I've had the privilege of teaching and working with all key stages and abilities. I take pride in developing original and high-quality resources. Should you have any specific requests, please feel free to reach out. wildpoppyfieldsart@gmail.com
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PARALYMPICS 2024 - NON FICTION READING COMPREHENSION
Paralympics history, adaptive sports technology, Paris 2024 innovations, Sir Ludwig Guttmann, Stoke Mandeville Games, biomechanics, inclusive sports, global impact.
Students can explore the inspiring evolution of Paralympic Games; learn about adaptive technology, history, and the groundbreaking innovations anticipated in Paris 2024 and discover how the Games challenge perceptions and promote inclusive sports globally.
The resource includes a comprehensive overview of the Paralympic Games’ evolution, the role of technology in enhancing athletes’ experiences, and a look ahead to the innovations expected at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. It covers key historical moments, technological advancements in prosthetics and adaptive sports equipment, and the societal impact of the Paralympics.
Additionally, the multiple-choice questions test knowledge and understanding of the Paralympic Games, making it an insightful educational resource.
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THIS FREE INTERACTIVE MCQ QUIZ ACCOMMPANIES THE READING COMPREHENSION RESOURCE OF THE SAME NAME: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/paralympics-2024-comprehension-evolution-of-paralympics-12963572
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This resource is tailored to support reluctant readers.
Explore Wilma Rudolph’s inspiring journey from polio survivor to Olympic champion.
A simplified passage, followed by MCQs, true/false, discussion questions, and a creative task and answers.
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Explore the inspiring journey of Linford Christie, one of Britain’s most renowned athletes, in our accessible reading resource.
Discover his triumphs, challenges, and lasting impact on the lives of young people. Tailored for reluctant readers between the ages of 11 -1 6, this comprehensive resource has a straight forward reading passage in language that is accessible to those developing their reading stamina.
The activities encourage deeper engagement with the text and the Storyboarding activity encourages students to reflect on the life, perseverance and achievements of this man in his sporting career and beyond.
Included:
Passage
MCQs
True/False
Discussion Qs
Creative Task - Storyboarding Linford’s tribulations and successes
Answers
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NON-FICTION -SPORTS - INVICTUS GAMES - READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOK - The Invictus games, for those involved, ( participants, spectators, sponsors and volunteers) are a journey of resilience, camaraderie, and empowerment.
Students will explore the inspiring world of the Invictus Games with this informative and engaging resource. They will begin with a reading passage about the Games, followed by thought-provoking multiple-choice questions and reflective free-response prompts.
Students will then bring the games to life by stepping into roles with heartwarming role-play scenarios. The teacher notes will guide facilitation, ensuring meaningful discussions and insights.
A creative writing task will give students the opportunity to consolidate their knowledge of the games and explore the impact this learning has had on their perception of the Games.
Answers to MCQs and Free Response Qs
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This accessible resource is tailored for reluctant readers, especially boys - based on the inspiring story of Eddie “The Eagle” Edwards, offers a straightforward way to engage learners with Eddie’s remarkable journey and its valuable lessons.
Included:
Passage written in accessible colloquial English
MCQs
True/False Qs
Discussion Qs
Differentiated Creative Writing Task
Answers
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Kathrine Switzer is a pioneering figure in the history of women’s running. She gained widespread recognition for being the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon as a numbered entrant. This historic event occurred in 1967 when Switzer registered for the marathon under the name “K.V. Switzer.”
This resource tailored towards reluctant readers celebrates the phenomenal achievement Katherine made in the world of Women’s sport.
Included:
Reading Passage
MCQs
True/False Qs
Discussion Qs
Writing Task
Answers
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This resource is tailored for reluctant readers aged 11 -16. The inspiring achievements of Abebe Bikila’s , AFRICA’S first OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST is explored in the simplified passage, quizzes, discussion prompts, and a creative task, where students get to design their own medal to honour the achievements of Abebe Bikila.
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THIS BUNDLE OF RESOURCES IS TAILORED FOR RELUCTANT READERS AGED 11 - 16 AND WOULD TIE IN NICELY WITH STUDYING “BLACK HISTORY MONTH”.
EACH OF THESE ATHLETES OVERCAME GREAT PREJUDICE/ADVERSITY TO ACHIEVE OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALS.
FROM THEIR HUMBLE BEGINNINGS THEY ROSE TO OBTAIN THE HIGHEST ACCOLADE IN SPORT AND SOME WENT ON TO INSPIRE AND ACHIEVE RECOGNITION FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO THE FIGHT FOR EQUALITY.
THESE INSPIRING STORIES ILLUSTRATE THAT THE ONLY ROAD TO SUCCESS IS ONE OF REAL DESIRE AND DEDICATION.
INCLUDED:
JESSE OWENS
ABEBE BIKILA
MUHAMMED ALI
WILMA RUDOLPH
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MEGA BUNDLE - READING - ANALYSING - CREATIVES - KS 4 & KS 5 - X20
INCLUDED:
AOT KEATS - LAMIA I - IN PLAIN ENGLISH
AOT KEATS-'LAMIA I ’ - FULL ANNOTATION
OLYMPICS-COMPREHENSION-PARIS 2024
AQA PAPER 2 Q4 - SHORT PASSAGES - TRAVELLING ABROAD
C2 CEFR - COMPREHENSION - THE FUTURE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
CEFR A2 - COMPREHENSION - PLANTING FLOWERS: IN THE GARDEN…
CEFR B2 - COMPREHENSION- CULTURAL AWARENESS, THE SIGNIFICANCE OF…
CEFR C1 - COMPREHENSION- ADAPTING TO TECHNO. ADVANCEMENTS, THE FUTURE OF WORK…
CHINESE NEW YEAR 2025 - COMPREHENSION - YEAR OF THE SNAKE
CHINESE ZODIAC - COMPREHENSION WORKBOOK - ANIMAL SIGNS
COLERIDGE - IN PLAIN ENGLISH - KUBLA KHAN
COLERIDGE-GRAPHIC ORGANISER-RIME OF THE ANCIENT MARINER
CULTURE-COMPRENSION WORKBOOK-SHAPING OUR DAILY LIVES
DICKENS-A CHRISTMAS CAROL-SEN COMPREHENSION- WORKBOOK
DOYLE- AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE -HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES (1902)
HARDY-A WIFE in LONDON’ - POETRY WORKBOOK & EXAM
JAMES- AQA GCSE PAPER 1 - READING PRACTICE- PORTRAIT OF A LADY (1881)
KEATS - WORKBOOK-When I Have Fears That I May Cease To Be’
TEEN MENTAL HEALTH - COMPREHENSION - DISCUSSION - CREATIVE TASK
WORKHOUSE LETTER –COMPREHENSION – A CHRISTMAS CAROL
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OLYMPICS 2024 - NON-FICTION READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOKS
This comprehensive resource bundle covers multiple aspects of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, from it’s 2nd hosting in 1924; the evolution and symbolism of the Olympic rings and their significance today; the controversy over the opening ceremony with the Parisian Booksellers on the Seine right up to the present day - Paris Olympics 2024.
The Evolution of the PARALYMPICS is a FREE resource that is included here so you don’t miss it.
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THIS BUNDLED RESOURCE IS COMPILED ESPECIALLY FOR ENGAGING BOYS IN READING, AND INCLUDES BOTH FICTION AND NON FICTION.
7 RESOURCES IN TOTAL, INCLUDING 3 FREE ONES.
INCLUDED:
JOHN STEINBECK - NAVIGATING DOUBT (N/F)
JACK LONDON - CALL OF THE WILD (F)
SHAKESPEARE - THE LEGACY (N/F)
DOYLE - HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES (F)
DICKEN’S - A CHRISTMAS CAROL READING WORKBOOK - DIFFERENTIATED (F)
VALENTINE’S DAY MASSACRE (N/F)
PARALYMPICS (N/F)
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THESE COMPREHENSIVE READING PASSAGES ARE SUPPORTED BY A RANGE OF COMPREHENSION QUIZZES - MCQ, T/F & FREE RESPONSE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS.
INCLUDED:
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
DICKENS - A CHRISTMAS CAROL
SWIMMING (SEN) FREE
OLYMPICS 2024
PARALYMPICS 2024 FREE
ST. GEORGE OF ENGLAND
ST. VALENTINE’S DAY
SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE THEATRE
EASTER - HISTORY OF THE EASTER EGG
WHAT’S AN ODE?
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OLYMPICS 2024 - READING COMPREHENSION WITH INTERACTIVE QUIZ
This resource explores the historic Opening Ceremony along Seine River of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games; new sports like Breaking, and iconic venues.
A FREE INTERACTIVE MCQ QUIZ ACCOMMPANIES THIS RESOURCE:
Learn about a centenary celebration, inclusive events, and Tahiti surfing, details on Extreme slalom, mixed events in athletics, shooting, and sailing. Understand ticket pricing and accessibility.
The questions cover a range of cognitive skills, from basic recall to higher-order thinking such as analysis and interpretation. They are designed to assess the reader’s understanding and engagement with the information provided in the reading passage.
Ideal for students and teachers seeking comprehensive insights into this monumental event.
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7 COMPLETE READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOKS COVERING A RANGE OF TOPICS:
VALENTINE’S DAY
CHINESE NEW YEAR
HISTORY OF THE EASTER EGG
ST. GEORGE OF ENGLAND
SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE THEATRE
DIWALI ON TRAFALGAR SQUARE
PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS
DEVELOP READING AND COMPREHENSION SKILLS WITH THESE ACCESSIBLE PASSAGES AND TEST THEIR UNDERSTANDING THROUGH A SELECTION OF DIFFERENTIATED MCQs AND/OR TRUE-FALSE / FREE RESPONSE QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS.
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THESE READING PASSAGES (FICTION/NON-FICTION) ARE SUPPORTED BY A RANGE OF COMPREHENSION QUIZZES - MCQ, T/F & FREE RESPONSE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS.
INCLUDED:
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
DIWALI ON TRAFALGAR SQUARE
DOLYE- HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES
LONDON - CALL OF THE WILD
OLYMPICS PARIS 2024
ST. GEORGE OF ENGLAND
CHOCOLATE EASTER EGG HISTORY
EOSTRE - MYSTERIOUS EASTER GODDESS
LEFTOVERS - SCRAPS INTO TASTY MEALS
SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE
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THESE READING PASSAGES (FICTION/NON-FICTION) ARE SUPPORTED BY A RANGE OF COMPREHENSION QUIZZES - MCQ, T/F & FREE RESPONSE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS.
INCLUDED:
DICKENS - A CHRISTMAS CAROL (SEN)
GILMAN - THE YELLOW WALLPAPER
MAYA ANGELOU - FREE
PARALYMPICS 2024 - FREE
ST GEORGE OF ENGLAND
ST VALENTINE’S DAY
CHINESE NEW YEAR
HISTORY OF THE EASTER EGG
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THIS READING COMPREHENSION BUNDLE HAS BEEN COMPILED SPECIFICALLY FOR ENGAGING BOYS IN READING WITH TOPICS RANGING FROM THE OLYMPICS TO ST VALENTINE’S DAY MASSACRE. RESOURCE INCLUDES BOTH FICTION AND NON FICTION PASSAGES.
IN TOTAL: 10 RESOURCES, INCL 2 FREE ONES
INCLUDED:
DOYLE - HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES
LONDON - CALL OF THE WILD
OLYMPICS 2024
ST. GEORGE OF ENGLAND
ST. GEORGE AND THE DRAGON
DICKEN’S A CHRISTMAS CAROL WORKBOOK - DIFFERENTIATED
STEINBECK - NAVIGATING DOUBT
ORWELL - THE LEGACY
VALETINE’S DAY MASSACRE
SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE THEATRE
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OLYMPICS 2024 READING COMPREHENSION WORKBOOKS - EXPLORE BOTH THE PAST AND THE PRESENT OLYMPICS IN THIS COMPACT BUNDLE.
Included:
SYMBOLISM AND EVOLUTION OF THE OLYMPIC RINGS
OLYMPIC STORIES - JESSE OWENS - MULTI MEDAL WINNER IN THE 1936 SUMMER OLYMPICS IN BERLIN, GERMANY
PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS
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READING COMPRHENSION WORKBOOKS - EXPLORE BOTH THE PAST AND THE PRESENT OLYMPICS IN THIS COMPACT BUNDLE.
Included:
SYMBOLISM AND EVOLUTION OF THE OLYMPIC RINGS
OLYMPIC STORIES - LINFORD CHRISTIE - BRITAIN’S FASTEST EVER SPRINTER
PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS
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